Planning to protect the boat If you want to protect your boat in an unused state effectively against annoying dirt, moisture or frost, especially in winter on a reliable and stable boat cover reliant. But how do the practical plans actually work? What materials should be best used? Which criteria require special attention when buying and for what other purposes can the boat tarpaulins still be used? The functioning and possible materials One boat cover is usually used to cover the boat in the unused condition. The tarpaulin is stretched completely over the boat deck. Using a tear-resistant leash or specially provided for this jam is the Coverattached to the boat. For this purpose is a good one boat cover equipped with several eyelets through which the rope is led. If used correctly, the tarpaulin should be able to withstand all weather conditions. Especially against rain, snow, wind and even hail sufficient protection is provided in the ideal case. But also the sunshine can make the boat surface tampering. A high quality boat cover therefore ideally also protects against UV light. For this purpose, the use of different materials is possible. So most of the tarpaulins are made of plastic fabric polyethylene, but also synthetically produced nonwovens can be used. The eyelets are often made of sturdy brass. Important purchase criteria It is important to pay attention to various criteria when buying, so that you do not have to experience any unpleasant surprises. So particularly high value on the stability of the boat cover be placed. This usually goes hand in hand with the strength of the material. The Staboplan tarpaulin, for example, consists of a 260 g / m² thick polyethylene ribbon fabric, whereas the Casoplan heavy duty tarpaulin shines with a 300 g / m² PE ribbon fabric. Nevertheless, the lower weight should not necessarily be excluded. Because the heavier the tarpaulin, the harder it can be fastened. In addition, lighter boat tarpaulins in some cases – for example, for purely protection against UV radiation – loose. Ideally, the boat tarpaulin is absolutely tear-resistant. Only in this way does it withstand winds and storms perfectly. For this purpose, the edges of the Staboplan and Casoplan are additionally welded and lined with a PP tape. Another important factor is the waterproofing of the tarpaulin. Since the two tarpaulins mentioned so far come with double-sided coating, they optimally protect against moisture and cold. They are water-repellent and thus prevent unwanted moisture on the boat. The [pro.tec] boat cover is made of fleece. This fabric is ideal for protecting the boat under roof from dirt, cold and heat. Since the material is breathable, it does not accumulate any unwanted moisture under the tarpaulin, thus permanently preventing unhealthy mold growth. The number of welded eyelets can also be of absolute importance. For example, ATEX’s tear-resistant, fabric-reinforced tarpaulin has an eyelet every 50 cm. This makes it easy to attach. The eyelets should have a large diameter, so that the leash for attachment without resistance can be performed. The Casoplan tarpaulin shines with a full 23 mm diameter. The protection against UV light is another criterion that should be considered. The boat tarpaulin may well be translucent, but the surface of the boat should protect against permanent UV radiation, as this may be the reason for surface discoloration. The tarp of ATEX is therefore UV-stabilized. However, it does not pose a problem if the tarpaulin protects from all light and the boat is completely darkened. The last factor to consider when buying is the size of the tarpaulin. At best, the boat is completely covered to protect it from moisture, cold and dirt. Therefore, it is important to make sure that the boat tarpaulin has a sufficient surface area to stow the boat underneath. Other uses Most boat tarpaulins are not only suitable for covering the boat, but also for use in camping. Whether as an extra tent wall or more stable windshieldThe boat tarpaulins are always practical helpers. You can also as privacyused to prevent prying eyes in the garden. Also as a canopy of a motorhome or caravan, the boat tarpaulins are ideal. The imagination knows no bounds when using the tarpaulins.